Tavathiru Kumaragurupara Swami

Profile of Tavathiru Kumaragurupara Swami

- At the young age of 24 (in 1994), Swami took on the responsibility of Thirumadam.
- He has performed three "Tirupanis" consecrating the predominant six-forms of worshipping temples in Thirumadam and three "Thirukuda Nanneerattu" festivals in Siravai mutt.
- In collaboration with the Department of Palm-leaf manuscript at Thanjavur University, Swami organized five research seminars. He received articles from over 1,000 authors and published ten volumes of research papers.
- Through the H.H Sundara Swamigal Center for Tamil Studies, Swami published over 400 books in 28 years. Notably, during the Gajapoojai Silver Jubilee, research papers were compiled and published as "Silver Jubilee Research Papers."
- Swami earned his doctorate degree after studying the literature of Kandaswamy Swamigal who was second pontiff of Siravai Adheenam.

- Swami serves as the secretary of esteemed institutions like Thavathiru Ramananda Adigalar High School, Thavathiru Kandaswamy Swamigal Matric Higher Secondary and Kaumaram Sushila International Residential School. He also founder of Kaumaram Prashanthi Special School (gifted children), which operates with excellence.
- Through his schools, Swami has provided educational assistance exceeding 8 crores to over 5,000 students.

- For over five years, Swami has attended the annual Arunagirinathar festival in Malaysia, delivering spiritual lectures during his week-long stay.
- He has undertaken spiritual journeys to Mauritius, England, Germany, France, Switzerland, Australia, Italy, Poland, Sri Lanka, Cambodia, Nepal, and numerous other countries, offering spiritual talks to local Tamil communities.
- On March 21, 2019, Swami delivered a speech in his native Tamil at the United Nations Assembly in Geneva, marking a noteworthy achievement as the only Atheenam to have spoken there.
- Swami is the President of the State Muruga Devotees Council. He has successfully organized four state conferences and five district conferences for Muruga devotees by coordinating Muruga Devotees.

- Over 2.5 lakh visitors engage with the mutt activities and events through the media section. Daily recordings of the mutt school students' spiritual discourses and Tirupukal songs are broadcasted online, with over 3,000 entries and an estimated 10 crore viewers.
- Swami serves as the Vice Chairman of Kongu Social Spiritual Education and Cultural Foundation. He actively promotes the revival of Kongu arts like Perunchalangaiyattam, Vallikummi, Chilambu, Yoga and Archery through training programs led by skilled teachers.
- Siravai Atheena Religious Training School provides students with comprehensive training in philosophy, mythology, biographies, Siddha specialties, architecture, life skills, English language, computer skills and field trips. Free food and accommodation are offered to trainees.

- For 28 consecutive years during Swami's Birthday, over 10,000 saplings have been planted in the mutt and surrounding areas. Notably 2,052 saplings were planted on Swami's 52nd birthday. His efforts have led to over 50,000 trees planted in Thirumadam.
- In January 2022, a Kodi Archanai festival was held, where 177 divine spears (vels) were placed in front of all devotees and worshiped with Vibuthi. 180 devotees participated, reciting the "Omsaravanabhava" mantra a million times and offering alms. The event was broadcasted online, benefiting lakhs of viewers. In 2023, another 250 divine spears (vels) were placed and worshiped with Vibuthi.
- On October 4, 2023, the Coimbatore Society of Ethics awarded the prestigious "Iraineri Award" to the Siravai Adheenam Kaumara Mutt, recognizing its extensive religious and social service.
- He serves as the special editor of "Kaumara Amutham," a monthly Newsletter featuring spiritual concepts and events of the mutt. This magazine has been published for 22 years. Thavatiru Kumaragurupara Swami's dedication to spiritual guidance, education, cultural preservation, and environmental stewardship is truly inspiring. His 28 years of service have significantly impacted countless individuals and communities both within India and worldwide.